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The Trent Frederic Experiment has not worked out for the Edmonton Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers acquired forward Trent Frederic at last year’s trade deadline. He was part of a three-team deal that helped boost the Oilers’ depth going into the playoffs.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / November 6

Three teams who could trade for an Oilers defenceman

The word is out that the Edmonton Oilers are looking to trade a defenceman. Troy Stecher’s name is at the forefront, as the Oilers reportedly look to find him a soft landing, while there have been rumblings of Ty Emberson being an option to be moved.

Jack Roslovic News / Oilersnation / November 6

A closer look at Jack Roslovic’s recent hot streak with the Oilers

Between the Edmonton Oilers’ inconsistent play as of late and the Blue Jays’ Game 7 heartbreak, it’s been a tough stretch if you’re a fan of both teams.

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The '2024-25 NHL points leaders' quiz

How many of the players with at least 80 points in the 2024-25 NHL season can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

The 'Active 40-goal NHL season leaders' quiz

The 'NHL 1,200-points Club' quiz

NHL News / Oilersnation / November 5

Which current NHL players are destined for the Hockey Hall of Fame?

Is it ever too early in a player’s career to start thinking about how they’ll be immortalized in the hockey history books? With the Hockey Hall of Fame’s Class of 2025 set to be inducted on Monday night in Toronto, it brings up inevitable questions of which active players may eventually have their own ceremony.

NHL News / Yardbarker

Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / November 5

Only one Oiler projected to play for Team Canada at 2026 Olympics

Last week marked 100 days until the 2026 Winter Olympics. It’s an extra special one for hockey fans, as the Milano Cortina Games mark the return of NHL players to the marquee tournament for the first time since 2014 in Sochi.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / November 5

Columnist Calls Out Surprising Oilers Forward For ‘Sucky’ Contract

Shayna Goldman of The Athletic says she’s over the Edmonton Oilers. Suggesting she’s bored with the team and their never-ending storyline that they’re bad at first, then good later, Goldman took aim at a few new additions to the roster.

Beau Akey News / Oilersnation / November 5

Oilers top defensive prospect Beau Akey assigned to ECHL’s Fort Wayne Komets

After landing on the Bakersfield Condors’ opening day roster, it hasn’t been a smooth start to the 2025-26 season for Edmonton Oilers’ top defensive prospect Beau Akey.

Troy Stecher News / NHL Trade Talk / November 5

Oilers Eye Moving Bigger Money Over Stecher Trade

The Edmonton Oilers may be exploring the idea of a Troy Stecher trade, but they aren’t keen on the idea of moving the veteran defenseman unless they absolutely have to.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / November 5

‘Connor McDavid isn’t going to wait’: Pressure on Stan Bowman to improve underwhelming Oilers

The rough starts for the Edmonton Oilers are nothing new. For the past couple of years, the team from Alberta’s capital has struggled out of the gate, but managed to turn it into deep playoff runs, including advancing to each of the past two Stanley Cup Finals.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / November 5

Oilers Playing Dangerous Game, Leaning Too Hard on a Bad Habit

The Edmonton Oilers have long built their identity on big runs, playoff pushes, and never being out of a season because they have the two best players in the world.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / November 5

Edmonton Oilers Prospect update: mixed results in the minor leagues

The Edmonton Oilers sure have a unique development strategy for many of their prospects, but so far this season it has worked. Minor league prospects around the organization have thrived in the early portion of the 2025–26 season, while most junior players continue to build momentum.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / November 5

Oilers can’t stop blowing leads, Leon Draisaitl’s ridiculous goal, and more on Jack Roslovic

After pissing away what looked like a sure thing against the St. Louis Blues on Monday, the Edmonton Oilers were back on the ice in Dallas to close out the second half of their back-to-back.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / November 5

3 Takeaways From Oilers’ 4-3 Shootout Loss to Stars

On Tuesday (Nov. 4), the Edmonton Oilers were defeated 4-3 by the host Dallas Stars at American Airlines Center. The game required a shootout after the teams were deadlocked 3-3 at the conclusion of sudden-death overtime.

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The '2025 backup NFL quarterbacks' quiz

The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

The 'NFL Passing YPG leaders' quiz

The 'TDs from Josh Allen or Patrick Mahomes' quiz

NHL News / The Oil Rig / November 5

Hello blown two-goal lead, my old friend: Edmonton Oilers lose in shootout to Dallas Stars

After a brutal loss to the St. Louis Blues two nights ago, the Edmonton Oilers headed south to Dallas looking to make up for mistakes made in that game.

Troy Stecher News / The Hockey Writers / November 5

Oilers Should Not Trade Troy Stecher

It’s only November, but that doesn’t mean the word “trade” is completely foreign. It was rumoured the other night that a current Edmonton Oiler could be on the move in Troy Stecher.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / November 5

Oilers need to show they’re ‘learning from this’ after another bad loss

The Edmonton Oilers may just be living proof that a two-goal lead is the worst lead in hockey. For the fourth time this season — and a night after doing so against the St.

Troy Stecher News / The Hockey Writers / November 5

3 Potential Trade Destinations for Oilers’ Troy Stecher

As the Edmonton Oilers navigate through their average start to the 2025-26 season, they have to quickly figure out what they have to do to activate forward Zach Hyman from injured reserve.

NHL News / Oilersnation / November 4

Stars overcome deficit to beat Oilers in shootout: Recap, Highlights, and Reaction

Another game, another blown lead, and another loss for the Edmonton Oilers. On Tuesday evening, the Oilers played the second game of a road back-to-back, falling 4-3 to the Dallas Stars in the shootout to move to 6-5-4 for the season.

Stuart Skinner News / Daily Faceoff / November 4

The Oilers shouldn’t trade Stuart Skinner just to trade him

Edmonton Oilers goaltender Stuart Skinner remains a lightning rod of a topic in Alberta as he continues to perform at inconsistent levels. He was great in a 3-2 overtime win against Chicago on Saturday, but he’d allowed at least three goals in each of his prior three starts before that one.

Connor McDavid News / Breakaway on SI / November 4

Oilers' Connor McDavid Hits Shocking Milestone

Currently ranked No. 4 in the Pacific Division, the Edmonton Oilers are riding 6-5 in the NHL so far. Unsurprisingly, captain Connor McDavid is living up to all expectations as the team captain, leading the franchise in points (19).

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / November 4

Oilers News & Rumours: Skinner and Stecher Trade Talks, McDavid, Bouchard

The Edmonton Oilers have continued to push through their 2025-26 season and are poised to make a playoff push in hopes of winning their first Stanley Cup since 1990 after coming up short in the previous two seasons, and with a different look in their lineup this time around, they’re hoping they can find a way to get it done.

Connor McDavid News / Daily Faceoff / November 3